Church of the Advent - Sermons

Parish Retreat Session 1: Formed For Identity in Christ Series: Parish Retreat 2018 Preacher: Rev. Dr. Irwyn Ince Date: 21st September 2018 ------------------- Rev. Dr. Irwyn Ince teaches the first session of our Parish Retreat, showing the call is to root our sense of who we are primarily in Him as image-bearers who have immeasurable dignity, value and worth.

Humility Preacher: Rev. Thomas Hinson Date: 16th September 2018 Passage: Romans 12:3-13 ------------------- Rector Tommy Hinson preaches on humility: how our assessment of ourselves needs to change, and how we can use the Gospel as the true yardstick for the measure of our self-worth.

The Greatest Enemy of Freedom is Freedom Preacher: Dr. Os Guinness Date: 9th September 2018 Passage: Exodus 7:1-7 ------------------- Social critic and author Dr. Os Guinness speaks on how we can embrace the Biblical idea of freedom and liberty in today’s time of crisis.

To Be or Not to Be Preacher: Devin Turner Date: 2nd September 2018 Passage: Matthew 5:1-48 ------------------- Pastor and hip-hop artist Devin Turner preaches on righteousness: it's not just doing things the Bible says I should do, but having the attitude of my heart being like Christ in what I pursue.

Wisdom and Salt Preacher: Rev. Daniel Beilman Date: 26th August 2018 Passage: Colossians 4:2-6 ------------------- How do we share the gospel with others? Dan Beilman shows the importance of vulnerability, listening and testimony in how we talk about our Father.

Let Me Be Great Preacher: Perrin Rogers Date: 19th August 2018 Passage: John 13:1-17 ------------------- Pastor Perrin Roberts from the Triumphant Church preaches on being great -- what does that mean in the context of God's kingdom?

Two Mothers, One God, and a Savior Preacher: Rev. Dr. Irwyn Ince Date: 12th August 2018 Passage: Exodus 2:1-10 ------------------- Rev. Dr. Irwyn Ince preaches on Exodus 2:1-10 and shows how God is pleased to regularly work through the ordinary to bring about His extraordinary purposes.

They Don't Die, They Multiply Preacher: Rev. Dr. Irwyn Ince Date: 5th August 2018 Passage: Exodus 1:1-14

The Mystery of Christ Preacher: Rev. Daniel Beilman Date: 29th July 2018 Passage: Colossians 4:2-6

The Speed of Flourishing Preacher: Justin Fung Date: 22nd July 2018 Passage: Matthew 11:28-30 ------------------- Justin Fung from Christ City Church preaches on flourishing and encourages us to remember no matter how busy we are, the peace that comes from being found in Christ is ours.

In the Beginning, God Preacher: TL Rogers Date: 15th July 2018 Passage: Genesis 1:1 ------------------- Pastor TL Rogers joins us and shares a message on how God takes the initiative in drawing us into a relationship with Him as our father.

Disciples as Citizens Preacher: Dr. Jeff Bailey Date: 8th July 2018 Passage: Mark 12:13-17 ------------------- How should Christians engage in the political culture? Dr. Jeff Bailey from Church of the Resurrection preaches on ways the church serves as the model for God's kingdom.

In the Midst of the Storm Preacher: Rev. Sulmane Maigadi Date: 1st July 2018 Passage: Matthew 14:22-33 ------------------- Sulmane Maigadi looks at Matthew's account of Jesus walking on water and what that means for us in the midst of life's storms.

The Struggle of Faith Preacher: Blake Johnson Date: 17th June 2018 Passage: Mark 9:14-29

Loved to Love Preacher: Jahill Richards Date: 10th June 2018 Passage: 1 John 4:7-12 ------------------- What is love? Pastor Jahill Richards shows how God's love moves beyond words and feelings to actions -- to Jesus' sacrifice on the cross.

The Resurrection of the Just Preacher: Jahill Richards Date: 3rd June 2018 Passage: Luke 14:12-14 ------------------- How do we live a life that reflects the character of Jesus? Pastor Jahill Richards from Anacostia River Church speaks on serving the least, the left out, and the marginalized.

Common Grace For the Common Good Preacher: Steve Garber Date: 27th May 2018 Passage: Zechariah 14:1-21 ------------------- Zephaniah 14

A Better Pentecost Preacher: Matt Wilcoxen Date: 20th May 2018 Passage: Acts 2:1-21

The Ascension Preacher: Rev. Daniel Beilman Date: 13th May 2018 Passage: Ephesians 1:15-23 ------------------- What does Christ's ascension into heaven after his resurrection mean to us? The Ascension illustrates God's love and shows we can have confidence that Christ has secured our place with Him.

Grace and Knowledge: Spiritual Growth, Part 2 Series: Grace and Knowledge Preacher: Rev. Thomas Hinson Date: 6th May 2018 Passage: 2 Peter 3:14-18

Grace and Knowledge: The Day of the Lord Series: Grace and Knowledge Preacher: Rev. Thomas Hinson Date: 29th April 2018 Passage: 2 Peter 3:1-13

Grace and Knowledge: Waterless Springs Series: Grace and Knowledge Preacher: Rev. Daniel Beilman Date: 22nd April 2018 Passage: 2 Peter 2:1-22 ------------------- Peter sees young Christians being lured away by false teachers and reacts with righteous anger. How can we make sure we know the real truth?

Grace and Knowledge: Light for the Darkness Series: Grace and Knowledge Preacher: Rev. Thomas Hinson Date: 15th April 2018 Passage: 2 Peter 1:12-21 ------------------- Peter urges those reading his letter to trust in the authority of Scripture and to use it as a lamp to illuminate the path into relationship with God.

Grace and Knowledge Series: Grace and Knowledge Preacher: Rev. Thomas Hinson Date: 8th April 2018 Passage: 2 Peter 1:1-11

Easter Sunday Preacher: Rev. Thomas Hinson Date: 1st April 2018 Passage: John 20:19-31 ------------------- Looking at the story of the apostle Thomas, we see that doubt is not a sign of unbelief, but can be beneficial and actually help draw us closer to the risen Christ.